ParkWhiz
Reserve guaranteed parking spots
by ParkWhiz, Inc.
About this app
ParkWhiz lets you search, compare, and reserve parking spots in advance at thousands of locations nationwide. Whether you're headed to a stadium, airport, downtown office, or concert venue, ParkWhiz guarantees your spot at a locked-in price — no circling the block. The app partners with parking garages, lots, and valet services to offer discounted rates compared to drive-up pricing. You can filter by distance, price, rating, and amenities like covered parking, EV charging, or handicap access. ParkWhiz is especially popular for event parking, where prices can surge. Booking ahead through the app typically saves 30-60% compared to day-of rates near major venues.
Key Features
Reserve in advance
Book guaranteed parking spots before you arrive
Save vs drive-up
Discounted rates — save 30-60% near events and airports
Compare options
See all nearby lots with price, distance, and ratings
Contactless entry
Scan your QR code to enter — no ticket needed
Event parking
Pre-book for concerts, games, and festivals
Free cancellation
Cancel for free up to a few hours before your booking
How It Works
Search
Enter your destination, date, and time
Compare & book
Choose from available lots and lock in your price
Park
Show your pass or scan the QR code at the lot
Detailed Review
ParkWhiz occupies a specific but valuable niche: advance parking reservations. While ParkMobile and PayByPhone handle pay-as-you-go street meters, ParkWhiz focuses on guaranteeing you a spot at a garage or lot before you arrive.
The use case is clear and compelling. If you're driving to a sold-out game at Madison Square Garden, a concert at the Hollywood Bowl, or catching a flight at LAX, ParkWhiz lets you book a spot days or weeks in advance. The price is locked in at booking time, which is often 30-60% cheaper than the drive-up rate — especially near events where dynamic pricing can be predatory.
The search experience is well-designed. Enter your destination and you see a map with nearby lots, each showing price, distance, user rating, and available hours. Filters for covered parking, EV charging, oversized vehicles, and handicap accessibility are helpful. Photos of each lot give you an idea of what to expect.
The booking flow is straightforward. Select your entry/exit times, review the price (including any service fee), and pay with a stored credit card or Apple Pay. You receive a confirmation with a QR code that you show at the lot entrance. In our testing at three different cities, the QR scanning worked flawlessly.
Airport parking is particularly strong. ParkWhiz aggregates off-site airport lots (with shuttle service) that are dramatically cheaper than terminal garages. At JFK, we found lots at $12/day vs $39/day at the official garage. The trade-off is a 5-10 minute shuttle ride, but the savings are substantial for multi-day trips.
The cancellation policy is generous — most bookings can be cancelled for free up to a few hours before the reservation time. This removes the risk of pre-booking.
The main limitation is scope. ParkWhiz is designed for planned trips, not spontaneous street parking. If you need to pay a meter or find a quick spot downtown, ParkMobile or SpotHero are better tools. ParkWhiz shines when you know where you're going and want the peace of mind of a guaranteed spot.
Service fees ($2-5 per booking) are an annoyance, but given the savings vs drive-up pricing, the net cost is still favorable. The app also occasionally offers promo codes for first-time users.
For anyone who drives to events, airports, or busy downtown areas, ParkWhiz eliminates one of driving's biggest headaches.
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Our Verdict
ParkWhiz is the best app for pre-booking parking near events and airports. The guaranteed spot and upfront pricing eliminate the stress of finding parking in busy areas. If you're attending a game or concert, booking through ParkWhiz is a no-brainer.